What Makes These Meatballs “Ultimate”?
1. The Perfect Blend of Meats
Most meatball recipes rely on just beef, but this version uses a blend—usually ground beef and pork—for superior tenderness and flavor.
2. Oven-Baked for Even Cooking
Forget standing at the stove and frying batch after batch. Baking keeps them juicy, evenly cooked, and wonderfully browned with far less mess.
3. Loaded with Italian Flavor
Garlic, onion, Parmesan, herbs, and breadcrumbs come together to create meatballs that taste like your favorite neighborhood trattoria made them from scratch.
4. Smothered in Cheese
Mozzarella and Parmesan melt into gooey perfection, forming that irresistible cheesy crust that makes this dish unforgettable.
5. A One-Pan Wonder
Once the meatballs are formed, everything bakes together in one dish—making cleanup quick and stress-free.
How These Meatballs Come Together
1. Mix the Meatball Base
Combine ground meats with breadcrumbs, herbs, Parmesan, egg, and seasonings. The mixture should be soft but not sticky, and easy to roll.
2. Form and Bake
Shape the meat into uniform balls and arrange them on a baking sheet. Bake until golden brown and slightly crisp on the edges.
3. Add Sauce and Cheese
Nestle the meatballs in a baking dish filled with marinara sauce. Top generously with mozzarella and Parmesan.
4. Bake Until Bubbling
Return the dish to the oven until the cheese melts, bubbles, and turns lightly golden.
5. Serve Hot and Enjoy
The cheese, the sauce, the tender meatballs—every bite is pure comfort.
Ways to Serve Baked Cheesy Meatballs
This recipe is wonderfully versatile. Try serving it with:
Classic spaghetti or linguine for a traditional pasta night
Toasted hoagie rolls for incredible meatball subs
Garlic bread to soak up all that marinara
A simple green salad for balance
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